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Matthew 6:3 Cross-References
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“But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:”
Matthew 6:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 6:3
The hyperbolic expression 'let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth' emphasizes the secrecy and unselfconscious nature true charity should have. The point is not absolute secrecy (some giving must be public for accountability) but absence of self-promoting motivation. Genuine generosity flows from love for God and neighbor without calculating return or recognition. This precludes even internal self-congratulation.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 6:3
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“and himself seeks to be known openly. If you do these things”
“saying”
“See you say nothing to anybody, but go show yourself to the priest, and offer for your cleansing the things which Moses commanded, for a testimony to them.”